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Research Article: Analysis of risk factors affecting obesity in Korean adolescents: based on the 2017–2020 Korea national health and nutrition examination survey

Date Published: 2025-04-24

Abstract:
Background: Obesity, which is caused by various congenital factors, lifestyle changes, and modernized eating habits, has recently emerged as a serious health concern in children and adolescents. According to the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES) conducted from 2007 to 2020, the prevalence of obesity and overweight in youth has shown an increasing trend over time. Notably, obesity has been studied in several studies. However, given its close association with rapidly changing societal environments and lifestyle patterns, continuous updates are necessary. Therefore, investigating the current state of obesity in children and adolescents is crucial. Herein, we investigated factors related to the prevalence of obesity.

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